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Our Purpose

We lighten your step, powering
your curiosity to go your own way.

Live Light is our mantra. It is a mindset. We thoughtfully
create lightweight bags with quality materials that make it
possible for you to go explore and discover new places.
Our mantra supports a positive outlook on life. It is about
being true to yourself. It is living an organized and lighter
life both mentally and physically, where less is more. It’s
about looking on the bright side, seeing the glass half full,
and radiating optimism.

We strive to Live Light each and every day, and
we’d love for you to join us!

Our Purpose

We lighten your
step, powering
your curiosity to
go your own way.

Live Light is our mantra. It is a mindset. We
thoughtfully create lightweight bags with
quality materials that make it possible for you
to go explore and discover new places. Our
mantra supports a positive outlook on life. It is
about being true to yourself. It is living an
organized and lighter life both mentally and
physically, where less is more. It’s about looking
on the bright side, seeing the glass half full,
and radiating optimism.

We strive to Live Light each and every day,
and we’d love for you to join us!

Our Mission

Our mission is to bring out the light that we all have within. Be who you are and who you were meant to
be. Live a vibrant and colorful life – go places you’ve never been before. Be curious. Go discover.
Embrace new experiences. Dare to live the life you’ve always wanted. Surround yourself with kind people.

Our mission is to bring out the light that we
all have within. Be who you are and who you
were meant to be. Live a vibrant and colorful
life – go places you’ve never been before.
Be curious. Go discover. Embrace new
experiences. Dare to live the life you’ve always
wanted. Surround yourself with kind people.

Our People

We put our people first. We always have and we
always will. It is ingrained in our DNA. Good people
bring out the good in people, and good people are
the foundation of this brand. The incredible team
behind this brand is made up of a diverse group of
individuals who come from a variety of
backgrounds. They make up who we are.

We put our people first. We always have and
we always will. It is ingrained in our DNA. Good
people bring out the good in people, and good
people are the foundation of this brand. The
incredible team behind this brand is made up
of a diverse group of individuals who come
from a variety of backgrounds. They make up
who we are.

Our Company
Culture

Kipling fosters a culture where everyone is
welcome. We pride ourselves in creating an
environment that recognizes and celebrates
differences. Everyone is free to be their true
self and express who they are.

Say Hello!

What We Are Up To

Coronavirus Relief Fund (04.2020): Donation to the
Global Giving Coronavirus Relief

Black Lives Matter Movement (06.2020): We are
committed to support, educate, and reflect in the fight
against racism and social injustice
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COMMITMENT

LGBTQ Partnership (06.2020): We provided a monetary
donation to The National Center For Transgender Equality
and Los Angeles LGBT Center, chosen by our partners from
the LGBTQ community; @Chasingkendall and @Blueperk

Human Needs Pantry Donation (09.2020): We donated
backpacks and pencil cases to Human Needs Pantry of
Montclair, NJ to help underserved children get their school
year started right.

Black History Month (02.2021): Kipling will be participating in
numerous, internal educational events to celebrate and
remember Black heritage and culture. Additionally, our retail
associates will wear a special designed pin to bring
awareness to Black History Month.

First Responders Donation: We have donated over
7,000 waist packs and crossbody bags to medical
professionals, working on the front lines to fight Covid-19

What We Are Up To

First Responders Donation: We have donated
over 7,000 waist packs and crossbody bags
to medical professionals, working on the front
lines to fight Covid-19

Coronavirus Relief Fund (04.2020):
Donation to the Global Giving
Coronavirus Relief

Black Lives Matter Movement (06.2020):
We are committed to support, educate,
and reflect in the fight against racism and
social injustice
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COMMITMENT

LGBTQ Partnership (06.2020): We will be
providing a monetary donation to The
National Center For Transgender Equality
and Los Angeles LGBT Center, chosen by our
partners from the LGBTQ community;
@Chasingkendall and @Blueperk

Human Needs Pantry Donation (09.2020):
We donated backpacks and pencil cases to
Human Needs Pantry of Montclair, NJ to help
underserved children get their school year
started right.

Black History Month (02.2021):
Kipling will be participating in numerous,
internal educational events to celebrate and
remember Black heritage and culture.
Additionally, our retail associates will wear
a special designed pin to bring awareness to
Black History Month.

Employee Highlight

Natalie Timoteo, Buyer for Kipling North America is lending a
helping hand to those in need. With Natalie’s lead, Kipling
North America was able to donate backpacks and school
accessories to Human Needs Pantry in Montclair, New Jersey.
Human Needs Pantry helps to meet the basic needs of those
who are struggling by providing food, clothing, household
essentials, pet food and baby supplies. Donating to HNP
helps Natalie connect the needs of her community to Kipling
and VF’s purpose. Natalie says, “while volunteering doesn’t
always fit into my schedule, it’s important for me to give back
and teach my daughter the importance of helping others”.

Thank you for being amazing, Natalie!

Natalie Timoteo, Buyer for Kipling North
America is lending a helping hand to those
in need. With Natalie’s lead, Kipling North
America was able to donate backpacks and
school accessories to Human Needs Pantry
in Montclair, New Jersey. Human Needs Pantry
helps to meet the basic needs of those who
are struggling by providing food, clothing,
household essentials, pet food and baby
supplies. Donating to HNP helps Natalie
connect the needs of her community to
Kipling and VF’s purpose. Natalie says,
“while volunteering doesn’t always fit into my
schedule, it’s important for me to give back
and teach my daughter the importance of helping others”.

Thank you for being amazing, Natalie!

About Kipling

Founded in 1987 by three European designers, Kipling combines quality,
function and style to create the ideal accessory that enables you to
express your true self, discover the unknown, power your curiosity,
experience new places and live a lighter life. Designing bags that are
lightweight, stylish, and above all, functional, is our forte.

Kipling established itself as a global handbag brand by embodying a
carefree spirit and pioneering the use of its signature crinkle nylon in
expressive colors and patterns. Today, Kipling is sold in more than 80
countries internationally, and is a global leader in selling quality,
durable bags designed for everyone.

Founded in 1987 by three European designers,
Kipling combines quality, function and style to
create the ideal accessory that enables you to
express your true self, discover the unknown,
power your curiosity, experience new places
and live a lighter life. Designing bags that are
lightweight, stylish, and above all, functional, is
our forte.

Kipling established itself as a global handbag
brand by embodying a carefree spirit and
pioneering the use of its signature crinkle nylon
in expressive colors and patterns. Today, Kipling
is sold in more than 80 countries internationally,
and is a global leader in selling quality, durable
bags designed for everyone.

Our Commitment

Our hearts ache with the world right now as we face the intolerable racial injustice that
still exists. We believe Black lives matter, and we stand against racism.

Our hearts ache with the world right now as
we face the intolerable racial injustice that
still exists. We believe Black lives matter, and
we stand against racism.

We pledge this to our community:

SUPPORT

A $10,000 donation to the Official
George Floyd Memorial Fund

A long-term financial commitment to an
organization dedicated to supporting
Black communities and advancing the
cause of greater inclusion and diversity

A $10,000 donation to the Official George
Floyd Memorial Fund

A long-term financial commitment to an
organization dedicated to supporting Black
communities and advancing the cause of
greater inclusion and diversity

EDUCATE

Provide internal educational resources, a
platform for open and honest discussion, and
host frequent workshops for all associates to
learn and discuss injustice, unconscious bias,
the eradication of racism, and how each
individual can make a contribution towards
the betterment of society

REFLECT

Thursday, June 11th, all Kipling US commerce
paused for 24 hours as a Day of Reflection.
Kipling Americas corporate offices, US retail
stores, and e-commerce were closed. This
allowed 100% of Kipling employees time to
participate in educational workshops,
protests, have important discussions with
family, and to simply reflect

We have work to do and we acknowledge that. Our commitment to this movement will
continue to motivate us to work harder today and every day to be part of a positive change.

The change we seek will not happen overnight, but we commit to this plan. Black lives
matter, human rights matter, you matter and we stand with you.

We have work to do and we acknowledge
that. Our commitment to this movement will
continue to motivate us to work harder
today and every day to be part of a positive
change.

The change we seek will not happen
overnight, but we commit to this plan. Black
lives matter, human rights matter, you
matter and we stand with you.